Library Technology Guides

Lyngsoe Systems partners with Surrey Libraries to launch Super Access initiative. Lyngsoe Systems announced its partnership with Surrey Libraries to launch the Super Access initiative. This groundbreaking project aims to transform libraries across Surrey and beyond, enhancing accessibility and empowering communities through modern technology. The initiative, powered by Lyngsoe Systems' technology, promises to reform the way residents connect, learn, and explore within the library system. [Full Announcement].

Lyngsoe Systems announces first Symphony integration customer for IMMS. Lyngsoe Systems and SirsiDynix announced that Multnomah County Library has become the first library in the world to work with Lyngsoe Systems and SirsiDynix following the integration of the Intelligent Material Management System with their Symphony Library Management System. [Full Announcement].

The successful cooperation between Lyngsoe Systems and Hublet expands. After many years of successful cooperation in UK and Ireland, Lyngsoe Systems and Hublet have expanded the cooperation, so Lyngsoe now also can offer the Hublet solution to the Norwegian market as distributor. [Full Announcement].

Frederiksberg Public Library has become the 10th Danish Public Library to adapt IMMS. Lyngsoe Systems announced that Frederiksberg Public Library has become the 10th Danish Public Library to adapt IMMS [Full Announcement].

Lyngsoe Systems announces User Group. Following consultation with customers, Lyngsoe Systems announces the launch of a User Group for the Library Business Unit. Staff from any library that uses any of Lyngsoe Systems (now including PV Supa and 2CQR) products or services will be able to join the group and participate in events and meetings of the group. The launch of the group includes access to a group platform where customers will be able to share their experience of working with Lyngsoe products and services with each other and with Lyngsoe Systems. Lyngsoe are planning for User Group meetings later in 2022. [Full Announcement].

Lyngsoe Systems to acquire P.V. Supa Group. Lyngsoe Systems A/S Library Business Unit has signed an agreement to acquire Finnish-based P.V. Supa and its related companies in UK (2CQR) and US (P.V. Supa Inc.). [Full Announcement].

Colin Carter joins LyngsoeSystems as IMMS Business Director. Business Unit Director Henrik Kjeldgaard announced that Colin Carter joined Lyngsoe Systems in the Library Business Unit – specifically the IMMS team. [Full Announcement].

First customer in Sweden of IMMS, the Intelligent Material Management System from Lyngsoe Systems. Lyngsoe Systems announced that the Libraries of Malmö have become the first institution in Sweden to select Lyngsoe Systems' Intelligent Material Management System. The Libraries will integrate IMMS with their Sierra Library Management System from Innovative Interfaces Inc., a ProQuest Company. [Full Announcement].

Sacramento Public Library has become the first U.S. institution to opt for Lyngsoe Systems' Intelligent Material Management System. Lyngsoe Systems is pleased to announce that The Sacramento Public Library has become the first U.S. institution and the first institution outside Europe to opt for Lyngsoe Systems Intelligent Material Management System. Sacramento Public Library will integrate IMMS with their Sierra Integrated Library System from Innovative, a ProQuest Company. [Full Announcement].

Lyngsoe Systems' Library unit celebrates tenth anniversary. Lyngsoe Systems, a world leader in logistic solutions across the customer supply chain, celebrates 10th anniversary of acquiring its Library Business from FKI Logistex/Crisplant. Since the acquisition in 2009, Lyngsoe Systems has been dedicated to improving library efficiency at hundreds of libraries worldwide. The Library Business Unit has grown into an internationally recognized industry leader in Automated Material Handling reaching from San Francisco to Calgary; New York to Copenhagen; Sydney to Singapore. [Full Announcement].

Lyngsoe Systems' Intelligent Material Management System (IMMS) expands its presence with first customer in United Kingdom. Lyngsoe Systems announced that Liverpool University Library has become the first UK institution and the first institution outside Scandinavia to opt for Lyngsoe Systems Intelligent Material Management System. The University Library will integrate IMMS with their Sierra Library Management System from Innovative Interfaces Inc. [Full Announcement].

Helsinki City Library introduces the Lyngsoe Systems IMMS: The machine learning-based Intelligent Material Management System. Lyngsoe Systems i announced that on the 15th of May 2019 the Intelligent Material Management System went live across all the 37 branches of the Helsinki City Library. [Full Announcement].

Two market leaders in library efficiency solutions announce partnership. Lyngsoe Systems announced Polish based ARFIDO as its distribution partner, expanding the availability of Lyngsoe Systems’ sorters for libraries in Poland and Eastern Europe. With this partnership, Lyngsoe Systems will also include a range of ARFIDO’s products, such as the intelligent shelf, the self-service device and the book dispenser for its markets in Denmark, Germany, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Austria and Switzerland, providing broader product choices for new and existing customers. [Full Announcement].

Lyngsoe Systems to install exciting new Automated Material Handling System in Boulder Public Library. Lyngsoe Systems is proud to announce that we were selected to provide Boulder Public Library with a new state of the art Automated Materials Handling system for their main branch. [Full Announcement].

CataCap acquires a majority stake in Lyngsoe Systems A/S. CataCap acquires a majority stake in the IT company Lyngsoe Systems A/S, which specializes in complex IT solutions for logistics companies. Solutions are used to improve efficiency, quality management and traceability within a variety of industries such as postal, libraries, food, and airports. CataCap invests with the aim of step changing the company in cooperation with management and employees through increased utilization of the company’s strong market positions. The current owners will retain a significant stake in the company and continue as part of management. Former Microsoft CEO Jørgen Bardenfleth will be appointed Chairman of the Board. [Full Announcement].

Lyngsoe Library Systems: ALA Midwinter. At ALA Midwinter Lyngsoe Library Systems will demonstrate two check-in stations, LibraryMate 1100 and LibraryMate 5000 and the sorter with ErgoCarts. [Full Announcement].

Queens Library awards largest AMH contract to Lyngsoe Systems, Inc.. Queens Library recently awarded Lyngsoe Systems, Inc., the largest single Automated Materials Handling contract for libraries in North America. Queens Library, with the highest circulation of any public library system in the US and over 60 branches, will implement more than 100 Patron return units and sorting systems over the next few years. With public usage expected to increase and staff growth to remain unchanged, the addition of the AMH systems decreases the time it takes an item to return to shelf while allowing library staff to focus on its high-level of customer service. [Full Announcement].

World's first LM500 installed at Hedberg Public Library. Hedburg Public Library located in Janesville, Wisconsin has gone live with the world's first LM500 Lyngsoe SortMate system. This new design has been accepted with open arms from the library, whose circulation is 1 million yearly, and has exceeded expectations in regards to performance and appearance. The system is comprised of one LM500 check-in, a Staff Induction and an 8-bin library sorter. [Full Announcement].

Automation of the new main library in Helsingør. The Helsingør main library will move to the new cultural center, the Kulturværft. Lyngsoe is delivering new stations for returning library material along with a complete sorting system with chutes leading directly into ergo carts or transport boxes for other libraries. [Full Announcement].

King County Study: Automated Material Handling (AMH) Lowers Costs Significantly- even without RFID. King County Library System, which has the second highest circulation of any public library system in the US, recently added another Automated Material Handling system to its existing network. With twelve barcode-based Lyngsoe Systems AMH systems currently in operation (three additional planned in the upcoming year) and an automated sort center for interlibrary distribution, KCLS remains at the forefront of AMH implementation. [Full Announcement].